Insurance Defense Associate Attorney: Litigation & Appeals

Chartwell Law; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwell Law seeks an Associate attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, providing strategic counsel in court, arbitrations, and depositions.

The role requires exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills, with the ability to collaborate closely with partners and clients in a fast-paced environment. A 1,950-hour annual billable target applies.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school is required.
• Active license to practice law in the state (required); additional bars a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a practice group.

Responsibilities

• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action.
• Extensive legal research and drafting of briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs.
• Represent clients in court, at arbitrations and in depositions.
• Drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Expert witness retention and collaboration.
• Trial preparation and attendance.
• Collaborate with partners, clients, and stakeholders to provide strategic advice.
• Manage deadlines and assignments with ownership and independence.
• Meet an annual billable amount of 1,950 hours.

Skills

Communication

Conflict management

Professionalism

Planning & priority setting

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Chartwell Law seeks an Associate attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, providing strategic counsel in court, arbitrations, and depositions.

The role requires exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills, with the ability to collaborate closely with partners and clients in a fast-paced environment. A 1,950-hour annual billable target applies.